by Steve Thomason | Nov 13, 2020 | Theology
This 12-minute video gives a crash course introduction to Jesus. Who is he, what did he teach, and why does it matter.
by Steve Thomason | Jun 5, 2019 | The Journey, Youth Ministry
One of the many amazing things that happened on the Day of Pentecost in Act 2:1-4 was that the disciples were able to speak in languages that were not their native tongue. This was a powerful symbol of how the Holy Spirit was being poured out on all nations and...
by Steve Thomason | Dec 9, 2017 | Youth Ministry
I experienced my second visit to Temple Israel in Minneapolis last night. This morning it is still Sabbath. Shabbat Shalom my friends. These visits were part of our ninth grade confirmation program at Easter. Last month we visited the Burnsville Mosque. Each small...
by Steve Thomason | Aug 25, 2017 | Theology
I’ve been working on a resource this summer that will help people dig into the topics covered in Luther’s Small Catechism. I’ve done this for three reasons: I am responsible to oversee the Confirmation process at Easter. We spend one year teaching...
by Steve Thomason | May 17, 2016 | Youth Ministry
The Confirmation class of 2016 took the next big step in their faith journeys on Sunday afternoon. We got to welcome 32 new adult members into our congregation. I have traveled with these wonderful young adults for the past four years as I have had the privilege to...